Supporting Our Military Families

Sierra Vista Unified School District is proud to serve the children of our nation’s military members. We understand the unique challenges military families face with frequent moves and transitions, and we are committed to providing a welcoming, supportive environment for every student.

All of our schools are currently in the process of becoming Arizona Purple Star Schools, a designation that recognizes our dedication to meeting the needs of military-connected students and their families.

Below you’ll find helpful links and resources designed to support military students as they transition into our district.

Purple Star Schools

Bella Vista Elementary

Purple Star School Point of Contact: Principal Brenda Bland
School Patriotic Events:
- Flags for First Graders
- VFW Essay Contest
- Mini Constitution distribution
AZPASS Student Led Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Program details: The previous year’s student council has been trained on the student-led peer-to-peer mentorship program and that includes some students with military connections. Any student can apply to participate by writing a paragraph explaining their military connectedness, the reason they want to participate and what they hope to bring to our military connected students.

Huachuca Mountain Elementary

Purple Star School Point of Contact: Principal Mary Perez and Counselor Kelly Danielson
School Patriotic Events:
- November Veteran’s Book Read
- December Laying of Wreaths
- Purple Up for Military Kids is April
- Monday, April 6th-
  Wear Camo or a Branch Shirt
- Tuesday, April 7th-
  Purple Star to where I have been, wear a shirt that shows where you have traveled
- Wednesday, April 8th-
  All students of military parents do the pledge for announcements
- Thursday, April 9th-
  We purple up for military kids, wear purple!
AZPASS Student Led Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Program details: Students can participate when they enroll. Our mentor is assigned through our student council officers.

Town & Country Elementary

Purple Star School Point of Contact: Principal Stephanie Elson
School Patriotic Events:
AZPASS Student Led Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Program details: This is led through student council. Students can participate when they enroll. Our mentor is assigned through our student council officers.

Village Meadows Elementary

Purple Star School Point of Contact: Kristy Rose-Holston
School Patriotic Events:
- Constitution Day
- Sandra Day O’Connor Day
- Mock Trials
- Living Wax Museum Featuring Important Americans
- Patriotic Assemblies
- Veterans Day Celebration
- Flag Etiquette and Citizenship Lessons
- Service Learning Projects
AZPASS Student Led Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Program details: The peer-to-peer mentorship program at Village Meadows pairs trained student council members with new students from military families to help them adjust and feel welcomed. Mentors provide campus tours, build friendships, and offer ongoing support, fostering a sense of belonging and stability. Students can participate as mentors or helpers, creating leadership opportunities while promoting an inclusive and supportive school culture.